Looking for a budget-friendly cooler for a 3930k

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I was recently offered a 3930k and motherboard at a ridiculously cheap price, so I couldn't turn it down. Nevertheless, I still need an adequate cooler for it. I have a CM Hyper 212 EVO lying around but to my understanding the 3930k's 130 watts needs something a lot more beefier. I will overclock, but nothing crazy (sub 4 Ghz). I'm currently looking at the CM MasterLiquid Lite 120. It's right in my budget (< $50) and I've had previous luck with other CM products.

What do you guys think, are there any other coolers that would fit the bill? (Air or liquid cooling is welcome)
 
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I would install it and check the temps idle and load. It should work with an OC. I have a dark rock cooler as well and I am very happy with it. They are a bit tricky to install though but they cool well and they are quiet (they better be!)
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You are right to think that the CM Hyper 212 EVO would be cutting it close for a 130 watt+ overclock. You may get max temps in the 70s and 80s but it could be doable.

I would either get a higher quality hair cooler like a Noctua for example or get a 240mm all in one cooler. I've found the 120mm cooler like the one you are interested in have sub par performance when the CPU is pushed. Coolermaster has a 240mm version of that which would work a lot better if you can fit it in your case and want to spend a bit more to get nice low temps and the OC as well.
 
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Thanks for the input! I did some more digging and I came across the be quiet! BK010. It has a tdp of 160W, surely this'll suffice, right?
 
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I would install it and check the temps idle and load. It should work with an OC. I have a dark rock cooler as well and I am very happy with it. They are a bit tricky to install though but they cool well and they are quiet (they better be!)
 
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